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Showing 1 to 20 of 89 for “"Otago Polytechnic, Te Pūkenga"”.
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An exploration into the personal and professional impact of the Bachelor of Applied Management on a small business owner
… the experience of our small business owner graduates who acquired a Bachelor of Applied Management through an independent learning pathway (ILP), which is a work-based learning qualification at Otago Polytechnic/Te Pūkenga. Graduates anecdotally report the process as transformational by enhancing …
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How can the NZ Diploma in Tourism and Travel pave the way for a regenerative future in tourism?
… has emerged from a Covid 19 pandemic that halted international travel into the country. Due to the impact of the pandemic, many tourism businesses were compelled to lay off employees, and some even had to shut down. In addition, the number of students pursuing tertiary education in tourism has …
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Exploring the role of AI in enhancing sustainability within New Zealand's hospitality industry: A study on knowledge, applicability, and perception in reducing food waste
The hospitality industry in New Zealand is a noteworthy contributor towards the country’s Gross Domestic Product, however, it is also responsible for a significant amount of food waste (FW). In recent years, there has been a growing interest globally in artificial intelligence (AI) to curb FW in …
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Creating a workflow that aims to respond to the unique needs of young people in Emergency Supports in Aotearoa New Zealand
This project undertaken as part of my Master Professional Practice was specifically designed to understand and improve outcomes for young people requiring Emergency Support in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Emergency Support is the term used for taking young people from their place of living into an …
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An Entrepreneurial Journey
My Master of Professional Practice thesis, named ‘An Entrepreneurial Journey,’ examines the key success elements that are characteristic of female entrepreneurs in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ). It offers useful information for aspiring business owners, those already on their entrepreneurial journey, …
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Occupational therapists in Aotearoa responding to community need
… therapy, there is an increasing focus on integrating healthcare and community development practices to address issues of marginalisation and social injustice. Occupational therapists recognise their potential contribution to areas of community practice, utilising their occupational …
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Exploring the application of Design Thinking to develop a work-based learning programme for hospitality and tourism
… approach to vocational learning could better equip learners with the skills necessary to be work-ready. This research aimed to explore the application of a design thinking methodology to the development of a work-based learning programme for hospitality and tourism that serves the needs of …
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A mixed case study on workplace wellbeing
… (H&W) initiatives within five organisations in Aotearoa New Zealand, 2022/3. The study used a framework based on Stoewen’s (2017) germinal 8 Pillars of Health and Wellness (physical, nutritional, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social, environmental, and financial) as a means of understanding …
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A long-term physical activity programme: What keeps them coming?
… of the occupational therapy theory of sensory integration and gymnastics. Big Fun NZ has had athletes attending for upwards of eight years. If a therapy model is used to assess the success of the Big Fun NZ programme it could be seen as a failure due to the length of time that people have been …
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Players’ perspectives: How do New Zealand professional rugby players view personal development?
… career development practices, as well as invigorate and challenge the design and delivery of the current NZRPA PDP as it is evaluated against research findings. Two hundred and thirty-nine professional rugby players (70 New-Zealand-based players (NZBPs) and 169 overseas-based players (OBPs)) …
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How does trauma impact on adults’ ability to obtain and sustain employment?
… also sought to reflect the unique bi-cultural Aotearoa New Zealand context to include Māori and their experiences in obtaining and sustaining employment, which is missing in other literature on this topic. An interpretive description methodology was used, and semi-structured interviews were …
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What is the gift of spiritual direction for women going through a season of dissidence, of deconstruction and reconstruction of faith?
… confirm and support this work. Therefore, I invited six women to turn a light on their experiences to answer the question: what is the gift Spiritual Direction offers to women going through deconstruction of faith, what supports this process and how? I entered this process as an insider …
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Exploring the impact of remote work on the psychological well-being of software professionals in New Zealand
… Disease (COVID-19) and lockdowns resulted in familiarising ourselves with the practice of remote working. Remote working interrupted conventional office settings and created a unique working environment that limits social interactions and face-to-face communication. Therefore, there is …
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Echoes of wisdom - Regenerative practice as professional practice
… at the confluence of fields such as Ecology, Systems Science, Sustainable Development, and Agriculture (Mang & Reed, 2011; du Plessis, 2012; Swanson, 2006). Regenerative Practice is a holistic discipline being applied across many fields (Hes and du Plessis, 2014), where practitioners engage with …
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A scoping review of fundamental concepts relevant to the education of occupational therapists delivering driving assessments in Aotearoa | New Zealand
In Aotearoa | New Zealand occupational therapists provide driving, passenger, and vehicle modification assessments. The therapists’ role involves significant responsibility and accountability by ensuring not only the safety of clients and the New Zealand public but also meeting and understanding …
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Addressing climate change: Insights from New Zealand’s insurance companies
Climate change triggers extreme weather events globally, challenging the insurance industry’s climate risk management efforts. In New Zealand, the insurance sector is on the brink of financial instability due to the recent upswing in the frequency and severity of natural disasters. As these risks …
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Evaluating the effectiveness of design-build project delivery method in commercial interior design and fit-out projects. A qualitative study of New Zealand’s AEC industry
The demand for commercial interior design and fit-out projects has been increasing steadily, with the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry paying more attention to this area due to the demand for commercial sectors such as offices, retail, and hospitality. Limited research is …
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The merging of identities: From trade professional to tertiary education professional
My research aim was to contribute to a deeper understanding of the dynamics involved in a person's transition from trade professional to a tertiary education professional, a tertiary trade tutor (TTT). Furthermore, I aimed to provide insights that could inform the development of an outline of a …
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Musculoskeletal Pain Among New Zealand Based Veterinarians: How the Physical Performance of Veterinary Work and Mental Wellbeing Influence this Experience
… understand whether the physical performance of veterinary work or poor mental wellbeing is the major determinant of work-related musculoskeletal pain among New Zealand-based veterinarians. Thus, providing insights for the future development of occupation specific exercise based interventions. …
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Navigating the nexus: Enhancing engagement in New Zealand’s clinical governance landscape
… District Health Boards with a national health system. Clinical governance is internationally recognised as a quality framework ensuring safe and effective patient care. Its success depends on a culture supported by knowledgeable staff and governance directors and the relationship between service …
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